The Land of the Living

I have finally returned to the land of the living and it feels a bit surreal. I feel like I was caught in some alternate universe and have returned to find out that the rest of the world is four days ahead of me. What am I talking about? I was a bit sick these past few days. Actually, sicker than I can ever remember. It came on pretty strong Thursday, in the middle of the night. I wanted it all so desperately to end and be better but it continued. As I was praying, I realized that I needed to pray not for a way out but for God's strength to endure and awareness of His presence and comfort while I was going through it all. His mercy was not in an instant fix but in His everlasting presence. My roommate, Julia, went over and above what any roommate should ever have to do for another and I felt so loved and blessed. Several others rallied in prayer and encouragement here. I am so thankful that God has pulled me through all that. Definitely glad that all the yuckiness is over! I am still a bit weak and get tired easily so please pray for strength as things are about to hit the ground running with all the schools starting a week from today.